Understanding the Borderline Mother
Helping Her Children Transcend the Intense, Unpredictable, and Volatile Relationship
Summary:
The book explores the complex dynamics between mothers with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and their children, categorizing these mothers into four distinct profiles for better understanding their behaviors. It offers insights and strategies for children and adults to cope with and heal from the emotional challenges of being raised by a mother with BPD.
Key points:
1. Borderline Mother Types: Lawson identifies four types of borderline mothers - the Waif, Hermit, Queen, and Witch. Each type impacts their children differently.
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